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Everything you need to know about circuit training.

Circular workouts depend on time, as they are used to do as many sets of one or more exercises as possible. The possibilities of such training are very wide, since you can manage the time and intensity yourself. Let's call this training "as many repetitions as possible".
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Pulling a dumbbell with one hand will help you build up your back muscles.

The dumbbell pull on one hand is a good addition to any training with dumbbells. This exercise targets the upper and lower back, as well as the shoulders, biceps and thighs, while improving the stability of the body. It performs five different joint actions. Beginners can use light weight to gradually increase strength. This is also a good exercise that can be performed as part of a circular workout.
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How to perform the hammer exercise.

Bending the arms with dumbbells is one of the most frequently performed exercises for the upper body. The hammer is a simple type of biceps flexion that helps to engage additional muscles in the upper and lower part of the arm for greater clarity and increased strength.

Many believe that this exercise can also help to increase the stability of the wrist and improve the grip strength.

Although this exercise is almost always performed with dumbbells, it can also be performed with ropes or ribbons if dumbbells are not available. Other typical equipment for flexing the arms on the biceps, such as a barbell or a kettlebell, is not suitable for this exercise because of the need to rotate the wrist.
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How to perform the reverse bar correctly.

The reverse plank is an exercise that is often forgotten, and it is great for the core muscles. It targets the posterior muscles (those along the back of the body), but, if done correctly, it also involves the abdominal muscles. Although this exercise is most often found in yoga classes, it is a good addition to any basic workout. Beginners should start by studying the usual bar. Continue to hold the reverse bar for just a few seconds at a time, maintaining the correct shape.
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8 modified lunge exercises.

Lunges work out many muscle groups of the lower body, which makes them a good exercise to increase the tone of the thighs and buttocks. In addition, this exercise can be performed in different ways. Each of them works out the muscles a little differently, and you can change them so that the training remains effective for your muscles.

Try to do a couple of such attacks with a variety of two to four times a week, giving your legs, thighs and buttocks 24-48 hours to fully recover between workouts.

Before you start these exercises - or any other exercises - talk to your doctor to make sure that they are safe for you, taking into account your level of physical fitness and health status.
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7 exercises for strong legs on the hamstrings.

Running, walking, cycling and hiking are just some of the activities that involve the hamstring muscles located on the back of the thigh. During the movement, the hamstrings bend the knee and unbend it.

A well-thought-out leg workout should include exercises specifically aimed at the biceps femoris muscle, the semi - webbed muscle and the semi-tendon muscle-the three hamstring muscles.
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Hyperextension for the lower back.

Hyperextension is a unique way to work out the lower back, as well as affect the buttocks and hamstrings. You will develop the back muscles, as well as improve the range of movements of the spine.

Here are 3 exercises that strengthen the lower back, which can be added to the next workout. Be sure to first warm up the lower back with the help of basic bridge exercises or cat stretching. After performing the back extension exercise, it is recommended to perform a counter-stretch with a flexion exercise, such as bending forward while standing or sitting.

If you have injuries or back problems, you should consult a doctor before performing these exercises.
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Exercises for the development of the pectoral muscles.

The chest muscles are important for functional everyday movements, such as moving the arms up and down. Strong pectoral muscles serve as the basis for many different exercises and sports.

One of the most common chest exercises is push - ups. This is a great way to work out the chest without special sports equipment. This is also a very good exercise, because it involves several muscles and joints. This means that it works not only with the chest, but also with the arms, shoulders, body and legs.
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Warm up your thighs with the gate exercise.

The gate is a medium-level exercise with its own weight, which targets the muscles of the lower body, pelvis and core muscles. This is an excellent exercise to improve the mobility and range of movements of the hips. If done correctly, it also allows you to work on balance and overall stability.

The gate is a great exercise that can be added to your program, especially if you want to work on the lumbar muscles that extend from the back of the body to the front. The lumbar muscles are located in the lower back and pass through the pelvis to the hip. This is one of the main muscle groups involved in stabilizing the back.
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3 complex exercises with maximum impact for an effective workout.

Complex exercises involve several muscle groups at once: squats, deadlifts and bench presses.

Challenging exercises tend to be more tedious than isolating ones, but they also offer greater returns. Here are three classic complex exercises and how to perform them correctly:
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Full-body traction exercises.

Traction exercises are strength exercises that involve a concentric contraction-the contraction of a muscle when two points of connection are moved closer together. Examples of deadlift exercises include bicep flexion, hamstring flexion, and downlift.

These exercises are the opposite of push - out exercises-eccentric contractions that involve lengthening the muscle and controlling resistance while removing the connection points. Examples of push-up exercises are chest presses or shoulder presses.
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Strength exercises for the legs.

Strong legs, consisting of well-defined muscles, with powerful hip flexors and buttocks, are the goal of professional athletes, as well as men and women who also want to look good. Here are the 10 best challenging isolation exercises for your legs and buttocks.
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Extension on the block on the triceps.

Level: from beginner to advanced (depending on the weight used) Push-ups on the triceps are one of the best exercises for developing the triceps. While the universal upper body workout is usually done on a tether machine (a fixture in most gyms), you can also perform a version of it at home or on the road using an expander.
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Exercises with weights for back pain.

If you suffer from back pain, there is good news from a recent study on exercise and its positive effects on pain. The study was small, but the results are promising. It was attended by 27 people suffering from back pain, during which the effects of aerobic training and weight training were studied. The researchers reported that those who participated in the weight training group and lifted weights improved back function by 60%. Those who were assigned to an aerobic exercise group and who regularly engaged in activities such as walking or running improved by only 12%.
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Want to be big and pumped up? Then pump those muscles!

Excellent musculature is the goal of many athletes, bodybuilders and professional athletes. But you can't just get big by just pumping up all the muscles randomly. You should take a more scientific approach and pay attention to the individual muscles and muscle groups that are responsible for visual volume.
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How to perform leg bends on the simulator.

The leg flexion is a basic isolating exercise that targets two main muscle groups: the calf muscles (calf and flounder muscles)and the hamstrings (biceps femoris, semiteminosus, and semiteminosus).

Leg bends are performed on a gymnastic bench with a lifting crossbar. The classic version of the exercise is performed lying on your stomach, tucking your ankles under a soft roller.
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Don't make these mistakes when lifting weights!

Of course, you know how important strength training is. This is necessary to stay healthy and strong. Lifting weights increases your body's muscles, which will undoubtedly help speed up your metabolism and keep you in shape. In addition, there are many other benefits of regular strength training, such as reducing the symptoms of arthritis, diabetes, and osteoporosis, as well as less likelihood of obesity, back pain, and depression.
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How to properly perform the leg press.

The leg press is a popular exercise that helps build up the key leg muscles. There are two types of leg press machines that are commonly used in gyms: the standard horizontal leg press and the 45-degree leg press, in which the seat reclines at an angle and the legs are pressed up diagonally. Both machines are used to develop the quadriceps of the thigh and hamstring, as well as the glutes. While this seems like a simple exercise, it's important to learn how to do it properly. By paying attention to your form, you can maximize the benefits for building strength and prevent injuries.
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Stretching and flexibility exercises for athletes

Stretching and flexibility go hand in hand with sports for a variety of reasons. Good stretching is not only pleasant, but also helps the athlete maintain an appropriate and balanced range of motion in certain joints. Stretching is a way to actively increase the range of motion and thereby increase flexibility.
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Exercises for the buttocks, the effectiveness of which is proven by the result.

If you're looking for the most effective buttock exercises, exercise experts have the answer. They determined which exercises are most effective for the glutes. Many of these exercises also target other lower-body muscles, making them a great lower-body workout.
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